• Emphasizes transparency, timely assistance under Central Relief Scheme

POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma today chaired a meeting of the District Level-cum-Screening Committee to review and process cases under the Central Scheme for Assistance to Civilian Victims of cross-border shelling and other forms of violence.

The meeting focused on the settlement of relief cases pertaining to victims and families affected by terrorist violence, communal incidents, cross-border firing and mine/IED blasts on Indian Territory.

During the proceedings, the Committee thoroughly examined the cases in accordance with the prescribed norms and guidelines of the Government of India to ensure fair and justified disbursement of relief. After detailed discussion, one case was approved by the committee.

Emphasizing strict adherence to norms, the Deputy Commissioner highlighted the importance of transparency, accuracy and accountability in the verification process. He stressed that all genuine beneficiaries must receive timely financial assistance without any delay.

Among others, the meeting was attended by Additional Superintendent of Police Ajay Sharma; Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Parvaiz Ahmed Khan; DSWO, Khalil Ahmed Banday, Chief Accounts Officer, District Fund Office;  Saleem Malik, Tehsildar Headquarters, Pallvi Verma; CDPO, Abdul Aziz; Account Officer DC Office, Akshay Sharma and other concerned officers.

In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

— Team JK Monitor

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